Google dismantled a botnet built into 1.3 million Android set-top boxes and said it is cutting ties with manufacturer Videostrong.

The Verge, Ars Technica, AAP + 2 more · AI & Technology

3 Nov 20265 outlets

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Google has disrupted a called that was secretly preinstalled on the of roughly 1.3 million Android TV set-top boxes made by Chinese manufacturer Videostrong. The allowed remote control of the devices for and . Google has banned Videostrong from its Android TV ecosystem and worked with industry partners to dismantle the botnet.

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The claim is well-sourced, with multiple reputable outlets (The Verge, Ars Technica, BleepingComputer) reporting based on Google's official announcement and technical details. The reporting is close to the primary source, and the story is consistent across independent reports.

Google dismantled a botnet built into 1.3 million Android set-top boxes and said it is cutting ties with manufacturer Videostrong.

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